Network Administrator II

Amentum; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Network/System Administrator in South Carolina to support a DoD contract. The role provides design, installation, maintenance, and support of internal networks and video systems, with emphasis on multi-protocol LAN/WAN environments, security, and remote user support.

The candidate will install and upgrade OS and applications, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate connectivity across remote locations. A DoD TS/SCI SAP/SAR clearance is required; US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent training with 3 years' related experience in SAN, Server Blade, SQL, SharePoint, C2ISR video data, network performance software, or firewalls.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI SAP/SAR; US Citizenship required.
• Thorough knowledge of LAN/WAN software/hardware, video systems, and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support design, installation, maintenance, and support of internal systems and networks in a multi-protocol LAN/WAN environment.
• Configure, monitor, maintain, and analyze data processing equipment, databases, and video systems.
• Install/upgrade operating systems and applications in LAN/WAN client/server environments.
• Provide Help Desk support for LAN/WAN hardware/software.
• Maintain connectivity using TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NDS, NT Domain strategies.
• Manage cross-platform connectivity, login authentication, and directory services.
• Maintain WAN connectivity across remote locations; manage security with routers/firewalls.
• Provide end-to-end support for remote users of specialized remote control systems.
• Support product evaluations, testing, implementation, and integration as needed.

Skills

LAN/WAN admin

TCP/IP networking

Multi-protocol client/server

Help Desk support

Network security

Documentation & communication

System maintenance

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Firewalls

Video systems

Job description

With limited supervision, performs the network/system administration and help desk functions supporting a designated customer contract or program.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supports the design, installation, maintenance, administration, and support of internal computer systems and networks in a multi-protocol LAN/WAN environment.
• Performs thorough configuration, monitoring, maintenance and analysis of data processing equipment, databases, and video systems.
• Installs and upgrades operating systems and other application software in a LAN/WAN client/server environment.
• Provides Help Desk support, including troubleshooting and problem resolution, for all LAN/WAN hardware and software.
• Maintains and manages connectivity using TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NDS, NT Domain strategies and protocols.
• Maintains and manages cross platform inter-connectivity including communication protocols, directory services and log in authentication.
• Maintains and manages connectivity between multiple remote locations using WAN equipment and services.
• Maintains and manages LAN/WAN security requirements through proper software/hardware tools and procedures including router and firewall management.
• Provides end-to-end support for remote users of specialized remote control computer systems.
• Support research and contribute recommendations for products for evaluation, testing, implementation, and integration, as needed.
• Perform all other position related duties, as assigned, or requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent academic, military or technical training and 3 years of directly related experience on at least one of the following systems: SAN Storage, Server Blade, SQL, SharePoint, C2ISR video data, network performance software, and firewalls, or basic database administration.
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret US Government clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI SAP/SAR. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Clearance.
• Must possess thorough knowledge, and technical competence in the maintenance and management of LAN/WAN computer software and hardware and video systems.
• Must possess thorough knowledge of network topology, communication standards, protocols, data transmission technology, and routers/switches.
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Must be self-directed and able to establish and meet project guidelines/timelines.
• Demonstrated experience in multi-protocol client server environments.
• Possess and maintain a DoD 8140.03 qualification matched to the Defense Cyber Workforce (DCWF) assigned duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field.
• Completion of technical training courses and/or specialized certification programs, such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Compensation Details:

$70,000 - $73,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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